$32.21 - $43.29 hourly
LAKE COUNTY TRIBAL HEALTH CONSORTIU
Lakeport, CA, USA
*TITLE: PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT* *DEPARTMENT: MEDICAL* *SUPERVISOR: PHYSICAL THERAPIST* *CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME NON-EXEMPT* *POSITION SUMMARY:* The Physical Therapy Assistant works under the direction and supervision of Physical Therapist. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses to regain movement and manage pain. The Physical Therapy Assistant is involved in the direct care of patients. *ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:* * Observe patients before, during, and after therapy, noting the patient’s status and reporting it to a physical therapist * Help patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care * Treat patients using a variety of techniques, such as massage and stretching * Use devices and equipment, such as walkers, to help patients * Educate patients and family members about what to do after treatment * Under the direction and supervision of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants treat patients through exercise, massage, gait and...